Facts About Nosy Be Flat-tail Gecko
Meet Uroplatus ebenaui, commonly known as the spearpoint leaf-tail gecko or the Nosy Be flat-tail gecko. This intriguing creature belongs to the family Gekkonidae and is the smallest member of the Uroplatus genus, reaching a maximum length of only 4 inches, including its tail.
These geckos are arboreal, meaning they inhabit trees, and they are also nocturnal, active during the night. Thus, they spend their nights hunting for insects and their days at rest. However, their resting strategy is particularly ingenious—they flatten themselves against tree trunks to closely resemble the bark. This exceptional camouflage allows them to remain concealed from predators, ensuring their safety during daylight hours.